Moderate Risk Hawaii  ·  Flash Flooding / Hurricane

Kalawao County HI

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
86
Area
12
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Flash Flooding / Hurricane
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Kalawao County HI in Hawaii faces flash flooding / hurricane risk across its 12 square mile area. Kalaupapa serves this smallest US county the historic leprosy settlement on Molokai's north coast. Kalawao serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Flash Flooding / Hurricane
Secondary Hazard Tsunami
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2018 Hurricane Lane
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (808) 567-6040
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Kalawao County HI
State Hawaii (HI)
Population 86
Area 12 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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